Meet the E-Team Peer Advisers
The E-Team is composed of volunteered, upperclass engineering students who want to help incoming freshman learn the ropes of engineering at Duke.
Jennifer Arnold
Email: jma53@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering & Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Evolutionary Anthropology
I have participated in research studying Tissue Engineering for a year at Duke, and I was also a Teaching Assistant for Engineering 53--which is the introduction class to Pratt. In addition, I am involved in Engineers Without Borders as a member of the publicity committee. Outside of engineering, I am very involved in the Duke Catholic Center and Zeta Tau Alpha. I look forward to being able to answer any questions that you might have about freshmen year and Pratt!
Isabelle Brogna
Email: iab3@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Certificate: Energy and the Environment
I'm really just a small town girl from Rhode Island, with big time dreams to cure cancer, solve the world's energy crisis, and/or realize world peace. No biggie, right? When I'm not mechanically engineering, I watch black and white movies or hand-drawn animated ones. I also play tennis for fun, and obsess over my Italian heritage. On campus I work with the Duke Partnership for Service and volunteer with Durham children. Hope to hear from you soon!
Jessica Cao
Email: jc315@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Med
I'm from Houston, Texas and I've danced jazz and ballet my entire life and picked up kickboxing at the end of high school. In my free time, I like to eat, sleep and watch Friends and 30 Rock. I love Duke and Pratt, so if you have any questions at all, feel free to ask!
Natalie Cybriwsky
Email: nac17@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Civil Engineering
Certificate: Markets and Management
I love Duke, and more importantly--I love Pratt. I was lucky enough to have some amazing upperclassman help me pick classes, stay cool before big tests and learn how to make the most of my engineering experience. Also, I have already taken classes beyond the Pratt curriculum, in areas such as Cultural Anthropology and Earth and Ocean Sciences.
Kerri Devine
Email: kerri.devine@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science
Certificate: Energy and the Environment
I'm one of the few girls you'll meet in ECE, and I love being a part of the Pratt community. My academic interests include developing an energy efficient software infrastructure. Otherwise, I spend a lot of time with Engineers Without Borders, performing around campus with the Duke Irish Dancers, mentoring middle school students for a robotics competition, and cheering on the Duke Blue Devils at basketball games.
Stephanie Dudzinski
Email: sd54@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Med
I am from Kansas City, Missouri, and in my free time, I love playing club tennis (including traveling to out of town tournaments on the weekends), spending time with my sorority sisters, and working in my research lab.
Rachel Fleming
Email: raf16@duke.edu
Year: Senior
Major: Civil Engineering
Certificate: Architecture Certificate
I am involved with Pratt life through serving on the Executive Board of the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) and by belonging to the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Being a member of the Varsity Cheerleading team gives just me one way to show my Duke spirit. I have enjoyed being an E-Teamer for the past two years and look forward to meeting the new class of 2015!
Donald Husa
Email: dvh4@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science
Minor: Economics
I was born and raised in NJ, so coming to Duke has been full of new experiences for me. Since I plan on getting a double major and a minor without having to overload, I have learned how to make the most out of the four courses each semester. After graduation, I intend to obtain a Masters in Engineering Management. I'm involved in engineering and technology related organizations, including E-Team, IEEE, and ACM. I am the current president of E-Team, and I would be more than happy to answer any questions you might have as you prepare for your freshman year.
Danish Husain
Email: danish.husain@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Biomedical Engineering and Economics
I am a member of the class of 2014 and I have enjoyed my experience at Duke so far-- and I absolutely love meeting new people. I am double majoring with economics because I am considering a combination of engineering and business in my career. I would love to speak with freshmen regarding which classes to take, how to make summers worthwhile, what recruiters really look for in a candidate, and how to make the most of the four years at Duke!
Samantha Kelly
Email: skk14@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Civil Engineering
Minor: English
Certificate: Architecture Certificate
I'm from Ellicott City, Maryland, and I am currently involved in SWE, the Admissions Ambassadors, Joe College Day, and Mirecourt. I am also a TA for EGR 53. This summer I will be spending two months in Nicaragua and Costa Rica with Engineering World Health through Duke Engage, repairing medical equipment in hospitals.
Hersh Lakdawala
Email: hersh.lakdawala@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering and Economics
I am from Manalapan, NJ, and I really hope to find a career that will allow me to utilize both my BME and Econ degrees. I enjoy swimming and running, along with playing baseball and soccer. I also participated in the DukeEngage Tanzania summer program the summer before my junior year. It also goes without saying, that I am a huge Blue Devils fan and have tented for the games. Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
Daniel Lasowski
Email: dan.lasowski@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Finance & German
I am from San Rafael, California but I have a very international background: my parents are both German (I speak it fluently), I've lived on 3 continents, and I have studied abroad in Berlin, Germany. Growing up I've always been into sports and I played football, basketball, and golf in high school. I still play on the Duke club golf team, and do various other intramural sports.
I joined the greek community last spring, and am now a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity at Duke.
Victoria Li
Email: victoria.li@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Psychology
I am involved in SWE (Society of Women Engineers), Cru, and also volunteer at the soup kitchen! I would love to talk to any incoming freshmen about any questions they have about Duke, whether academics-related, about basketball or just in general!
Kevin Lieberman
Email: KML34@duke.edu
Year: Senior
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Sociology
On campus, I'm involved in Duke Hillel and my selective living group "Brownstone." I studied abroad (taking engineering classes) in Metz, France last semester, and I did an individual DukeEngage Project in Israel after my freshman year. I love Pratt's community because we're supportive, social, and well-rounded, and I'd be happy to help you navigate your way around Duke in the fall.
Andrew Norwood
Email: adnorwood@gmail.com
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering and Economics
Pre-Med
I was born in Houston, Texas and have three brothers. I have lived overseas for eight years in China, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. I love to travel and learn about different cultures. My interests include club rowing, skiing, watching movies, and building houses with Habitat for Humanity.
David Oberst
Email: david.oberst@duke.edu
Year: Senior
Major: Electrical and Computer Engineering
Minor: Music
I'm a self-proclaimed nerd who loves engineering, networking, and music. I love engineering because it allows me to apply scientific concepts to solve real-world problems, and enjoy the overlap it has with music. I understand that engineering and Pratt can be a little overwhelming at first, so I'm here to guide, advise, and provide advice on anything incoming Pratt stars might need!
Lauren Oliveri
Email: lao9@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Pre-Med
I am from Greenlawn, New York. I just gained my EMT certification in North Carolina and I will hopefully be working with Duke EMS in the fall. I'm also an active member of Duke's Pep Band. I love taking naps and playing practical jokes on my hall/roommates! You have to find ways of having fun when you're taking difficult classes!
Danielle Reinhardt
Email: dsr12@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Neuroscience
I am a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma and the Duke Dancing Devils who perform at basketball and football games; they also placed 5th at Nationals this year. I have volunteered to tutor inner-city kids in Durham, and enjoy my Peer2Peer Tutoring job that I maintain while at Duke as an HR recruiter of other tutors.
Ben Snowdon
Email: bps13@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Minor: Philosophy
Pre-Med
I lived in Maine my entire life prior to coming to Duke. Apart from being a big fan of Duke athletics, I enjoy outdoor activities such as skiing and hiking. If you have any questions about engineering or freshman life in general, I'm more than happy to help.
Andy Tran
Email: aht5@duke.edu
Year: Sophomore
Major: Mechanical Engineering
Minor: Math
I like to eat food and I like to watch movies! Send me an email if you have questions about anything!
Kavin Vasudevan
Email: kbv2@duke.edu
Year: Junior
Major: Biomedical Engineering & Economics
Growing up in many different places ranging from Oregon to India, I have finally settled in Durham, NC. I enjoy all forms of sports, but I especially follow football, cricket, and of course basketball. Duke has provided me with fond memories including our amazing run to the National Championship.
Lisa Vershel
Email: lisa.vershel@gmail.com
Year: Junior
Major: Civil Engineering
Minor: Earth and Ocean Sciences
Certificate: Energy and the Environment Certificate
My focus is on the environment and green design. I hope to go the grad school at Duke and receive a Masters of Engineering Management. Go Duke!